Sue Collier | February 24, 2010
Self-publishing offers the potential for nice profits. No longer do you have to be satisfied with the meager 5 to 15 percent royalty that commercial publishers dole out. For those who use creativity, persistence, and sound business sense, money is there to be made. In today’s electronic age, self-publishing options abound (Just make sure you [...]
Marilyn Ross | February 8, 2010
Promoting fiction is never easy. Yet you can craft a manuscript that has built-in promotional and sales angles. It simply takes some forethought and creative planning. By following the secrets revealed below, fiction writers can greatly enhance their chances of getting print, radio, and TV exposure.
1. Provide a local angle. Set your story in a [...]
Sue Collier | February 1, 2010
If there is one thing about promotions I try to impress upon authors, it’s that reviews sell books. The process for obtaining reviews can be somewhat overwhelming, though, so here is a step-by-step approach.
Well in advance of your publication date (at least two or three months), gather your list of potential reviewers in print, broadcast, [...]